Chocolate is a tasty treat for humans that can be fatally toxic for dogs. It is probably one of the most common forms of poisoning in dogs, so it’s vital to know what to do if it happens to your dog like it did to mine. Kilo the Pug stole and devoured a whole tray of dark chocolate and walnut brownies when we were first fostering him. I rushed him to my vet and the vet … [Read more...] about What Should I Do If My Dog Eats Chocolate?
Dog Health
What is Skijoring?
A Fun Winter Workout With Dogs. Skijoring is a sport where a person wearing skis is pulled over snow by one or more dogs (or horses or motorized transport). It is apparently derived from the Norwegian word skikjøring meaning ski driving. We are always looking for fun ways to get outdoors and exercise with our canine companions during the cold winter season.We heard … [Read more...] about What is Skijoring?
What I Did When I Found Out My Dog Bocker Had Cancer
When Marie found out Bocker had Lymphoma, their lives changed There's no easy way to find out your best friend or family member is sick. Our wonderful friend Marie (celebrity therapy dog Bocker Labradoodle's Mom) share's her story about how she felt and what she did when she found our Bocker had cancer in this guest post: ..................... December 2014, I heard words … [Read more...] about What I Did When I Found Out My Dog Bocker Had Cancer
Weight Loss Tips- Slow Down!
Weight Loss Tips- Slow Down! Well the cold continues here which has made it hard for me to get outside, get active and stick to my diet. I had lunch with an old friend who had just finished a big study on human obesity prevention. As she watched me "wolfing" down my meal, she told me the single best weight loss secret : eat slower. Chew and savour each mouthful for as long as … [Read more...] about Weight Loss Tips- Slow Down!
Weight Loss Success- Poncho Update!
Weight Loss Success- Poncho Update! We finally felt some spring weather here in Toronto! Talent Hounds had a great time teaming up with our pal and GoPro wiz Rich from Stella Cam for a fun shoot in the park : a first off leash play date for Shivers AKA Pippy in "Pippy Love". Adorable but overweight older brother Poncho was there to get active and join in the fun! His … [Read more...] about Weight Loss Success- Poncho Update!